ED Seizes Rs 2.63 Crore in Odisha Raids on Illegal Mining Syndicate
The money-laundering case stems from CAG findings of rampant riverbed extraction in Ganjam.
Overview
- On January 16, the Enforcement Directorate searched more than 25 locations in Ganjam district under PMLA, targeting illegal sand and black stone operations.
- Officials recovered Rs 2.63 crore in cash, substantial property records and mining agreements, and identified high-end benami vehicles as proceeds of crime.
- The agency says forged Form‑Y transit permits enabled interstate transport and cash sales of illegally mined minerals, with links to country liquor businesses.
- Over 175 personnel from six states took part in the coordinated action, and teams have been mobilised across these states for follow-up verification of contractors.
- Local reporting says documents were found with Krupasindhu Muduli, described by sources as an alleged mastermind, while the ED says further investigation is underway.